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Springer, John S.
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Forest Life and Forest Trees: comprising winter camp-life among the loggers, and wild-wood adventure.
with Descriptions of lumbering operations on the various
rivers of Maine and New Brunswick
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"Forest Life and Forest Trees: comprising winter camp-life among the loggers, and wild-wood adventure" by John S. Springer is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book provides a vivid depiction of the experiences and observations of lumbermen in the forests of Maine and New Brunswick, emphasizing their lifestyle, challenges, and the significance of various tree species. It explores both the practical aspects of lumbering operations and the enchanting beauty of the natural environment. The beginning of the work introduces the author’s background, revealing his upbringing among Maine's pine forests, which deeply influences his perspective. He expresses his intent to share authentic experiences from the often-overlooked lives of lumbermen while providing comprehensive descriptions of forest trees and their significance. The opening portions notably enumerate various tree species, touching on their historical context, ecological importance, and unique characteristics, laying a foundational understanding of the connection between the lumbering life and the natural world around it. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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